Key Ingredients: Peptides, collagen, hyaluronic acid | Who It’s For: People looking for bounce and a supple texture Best for Acne-Prone Skin: Skinfix Barrier+ Restoring Gel Cream Skinfix Skin Barrier+ Restoring Gel Cream Why It’s Worth It: “For people with oily, acne-prone skin looking for a lightweight moisturizer, Skinfix Barrier+ Restoring Gel Cream is excellent,” … Read more
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Editor Tip: Apply this serum on its own or use it to literally boost another serum or moisturizer of your choice. Key Ingredients: Peptides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin | Who It’s For: Those who don’t want to add another step to their routine Best Medical-Grade: Alastin Restorative Skin Complex Alastin Restorative Skin Complex Why It’s Worth … Read more
Retinol is also a go-to ingredient in nighttime skin moisturizers since it can help boost skin cell turnover, promote collagen production, and increase elasticity. (That said, just follow it up with a sunscreen of at least SPF 30 during the day, since retinoids can contribute to sun sensitivity.) Dr. Green also notes alpha and beta … Read more
Editor Tip: For a match made in makeup heaven, go in with Yummy Skin Serum Foundation. “This foundation is the very definition of luminous,” former associate news editor Gabi Thorne said in her review. “My skin looked extremely glowy without an ounce of highlighter on my face.” Key Ingredients: Squalane, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid | … Read more
Since the brand’s inception in 2013, we’ve been under the spell of the best Drunk Elephant products. Drunk Elephant skin-care goods quickly became go-to’s for shoppers, beauty pros, and Allure editors alike (with plenty of product reviews to boot) for their commitment to creating effective, cruelty-free, dye-free, essential oil-free, vegan products. The brand has earned numerous Best of Beauty and Readers’ Choice … Read more
The result, over those five stages of puberty, can be varying degrees of acne breakouts. And while historically those breakouts were not emerging until kids were in their early teens, dermatologists are noticing younger patients coming to them with instances of acne. Laura Scott, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in San Diego, says she gets … Read more
As skin-care lovers, our favorite part of the day is removing every trace of makeup with an indulgent double-cleanse and capping things off with the best night cream we can get our hands on. Our Top Picks: Just as people debate the necessity of eye cream, not everyone’s convinced that you should invest in an … Read more
You’re probably fully stocked on all of the latest face creams, but what about one of the best body lotion products for your rougher areas? Aside from sun protection, moisturizer is arguably the most important element of any skin-care routine. “Moisturizer doesn’t just add water back into your skin, it also traps in the water … Read more
Even if I wasn’t a beauty editor, I would’ve made it my mission to research and sample the best Korean skin-care products. Most skin-care lovers are familiar with the likes of Cosrx, Innisfree, and Dr. Jart+, but thanks to social media (and retailers like Amazon and Soko Glam), we have increasing access to some of … Read more
Like clockwork, colder temps can irritate skin every year, especially if you already have dry skin. Choosing the best moisturizer for dry skin can help minimize flaking and irritation, creating a healthy glow with or without makeup. However, the best face moisturizers aren’t only helpful during the winter; rather, they can keep skin balanced and … Read more
